Glades Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Glades Lake Dam, located in Clark County, Missouri, was completed in 1977 for the primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 42 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Mississippi River and is under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Glades Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status is also unclear, with no information available on its preparedness measures or compliance with guidelines. While the dam has not been modified in recent years and does not currently have any associated structures, its role in irrigation and its location on the Mississippi River make it a crucial component in managing water resources in the area.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Glades Lake Dam offers a fascinating case study of a privately owned structure contributing to irrigation in the region. With its low hazard potential and lack of recent assessments, there is an opportunity for further research and evaluation of the dam's condition and emergency preparedness. Understanding the role and maintenance of dams like Glades Lake Dam is essential for sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the face of increasing environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-MISSISSIPPI RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Drainage Area

55

Nid Storage

67

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.